"Jim's energy and hard work have made a strong contribution to AltaLink," said Scott Thon, AltaLink President and Chief Executive Officer. "I want to thank Jim for all his efforts in ensuring AltaLink is well-positioned for continued solid financial performance and strong governance practices."

A search is currently underway to replace Mr. Leonidas, who resigned from AltaLink to pursue a new opportunity. In the interim, Richard McCabe, AltaLink's Vice-President & Controller, will assume the role of acting Chief Financial Officer.

AltaLink, Canada's only fully independent transmission provider, is responsible for the maintenance and operation of more than 11,600 kilometres of transmission lines and approximately 260 substations in Alberta. As Alberta's largest supplier of safe and reliable transmission, AltaLink is moving forward to provide a transmission system that will continue to meet the growing needs of Albertans.